Dive into the world of sustainable energy innovation with us! In the midst of a rapidly changing climate, we, as a society, face complex energy challenges. How do we accelerate the energy transition? How do we create a stable and affordable energy system? But also: how do we make hard-to-abate sectors such as industry and heavy mobility more sustainable? Are you looking for green alternatives for your organization or do you simply want to save costs through energy efficiency? Together with you we look for innovative solutions for a cleaner and affordable future.
Grid Congestion
The power grid is under pressure due to the increasing use of renewable energy sources.-
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Efficiency improvements and energy savings are crucial for balancing supply and demand. But innovative solutions for energy storage and the use of energy carriers are also needed. With digital twinning, we can keep the electricity grid stable, while hydrogen can play a revolutionary role in industrial applications that are difficult to make electric. Let's embrace these challenges and build a more sustainable and energy-efficient future together.
Affordability
Renewable energy sources are fair and sustainable, but some alternatives are still very expensive.-
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A fair and sustainable world requires energy from renewable sources such as solar, wind and hydro. But renewable energy sources provide highly variable power; in addition, there is the impossibility of electrifying all applications. Hydrogen offers a versatile alternative, especially for non-electrification industrial processes and as a substitute for fossile resources. Although green hydrogen is still pricey due to infrastructure costs and development of new applications, industrial economies of scale can lower the price. However, the initiation of renewable energy infrastructure requires significant investment, which can increase costs for consumers. Overcoming these challenges is crucial for widespread adoption and implementation of renewable energy.
Ecology
Green energy such as solar and wind power are considered environmentally friendly, but the realization of renewable energy sources also brings challenges.-
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We face challenges for humans, animals and the environment. Large-scale projects can create land and sea use conflicts, resulting in habitat loss and ecosystem disturbance. Wind turbines, both on land and offshore, can disturb birds, bats and marine life, with possible unforeseen ecosystem effects. In addition, the production of renewable technologies can cause environmental damage through the use of rare earth materials. It is vital to recognize and minimize these negative impacts by integrating smart technological innovations and in-depth knowledge of flora and fauna.
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It requires an approach, reducing resource use, reusing products and moving away from politically unstable regions. The production of renewable energy technologies, such as wind turbines, solar energy systems and batteries, often requires rare earth materials, which can lead to environmental pollution. It is vital to minimize the use of these materials or make them circular through smart design, life extension and reuse at various levels. Dealing with waste materials, such as those from solar panels and wind turbine blades, requires innovative designs that result in a circular material flow and value preservation of the materials.
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